Positioned in the heart of Chicago's sailing community, this meticulously maintained 2003 Hunter 356 for sale represents exceptional value in today's market at $79,777. "Pharma Sea" combines the renowned Hunter build quality with the reliability of her original 25-horsepower Yanmar diesel engine, creating an impressive package for discerning sailors seeking their next adventure on the Great Lakes or beyond.

The Hunter 356's intelligent design philosophy shines through in every detail, from her well-proportioned beam that maximizes interior volume without sacrificing sailing performance to her thoughtfully engineered deck layout that prioritizes safety and ease of handling. This 35-footer strikes that coveted balance between spirited sailing capability and the creature comforts essential for extended time aboard, whether you're planning weekend escapes to nearby harbors or ambitious passages across the Great Lakes system.

Below deck, the yacht's interior showcases Hunter's commitment to practical luxury, with natural light flooding the main salon through strategically placed ports and hatches. The galley arrangement facilitates easy meal preparation even while underway, while the private staterooms offer genuine comfort for overnight guests or extended cruising. Smart storage solutions throughout ensure that longer voyages never feel cramped, and the overall layout promotes the kind of easy living that transforms a boat from mere transportation into a floating sanctuary.

Located in Chicago, Illinois, United States, this Hunter 356 offers immediate access to some of North America's most spectacular cruising grounds, from the urban sophistication of the Chicago waterfront to the pristine anchorages scattered throughout the Great Lakes. The proven Yanmar 25M powerplant ensures reliable auxiliary power for entering challenging harbors or powering through calm conditions, while the yacht's moderate draft opens up exploration opportunities in shallower bays and protected waters that larger vessels simply cannot access. For sailors ready to embrace the freedom that only boat ownership can provide, "Pharma Sea" represents an opportunity to step aboard a proven platform at an attractive price point.

2025 Upgrades:

New Precision Sails Main and Jib

New starter and batteries

New "Strata Glass" on Bimini and Dodger

New Victron 30 Amp Isolation Transformer

2023 Upgrades:

Asymmetrical spinnaker with sock (rarely used)

Maintenance logs available from current owner

April 2023 Survey available upon request

• Raymarine Chartplotter
• Raymarine Depth Finder
• Raymarine Auto Pilot
• Raymarine Wind Speed Indicator
• Raymarine Vessel Speed
• VHF - Standard Horizon
• Maxwell Anchor Windlass w Stainless steel anchor guide
• Galvanized plow type anchor
• 5/8" x 150' Strand anchor line
• Twin 30-amp Shore power connectors
• 120 Volt/60 amp electrical
• Reverse Cycle heat/AC
• 6 Gallon Hot Water Heater
• PNG/LPG Oven-Stove
• Sharp Microwave
• Double Stainless-Steel sink
• 12 Volt Countertop Refrigerator
• AM/FM/CD Stereo

The company offers the details of this vessel in good faith but cannot guarantee or warrant the accuracy of this information nor warrant the condition of the vessel. A buyer should instruct his agents, or his surveyors, to investigate such details as the buyer desires validated. This vessel is offered subject to prior sale, price change or withdrawal without notice.